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Homebuyer Beware: Misleading Real Estate Photography Tricks

An online listing for a house is a lot like an online dating profile. You wouldn’t ever lie — better to set honest expectations — but you sure as hell are going to make your situation look as good as possible. That means flattering angles, ruthless editing and, yep, maybe a little Photoshop. If you’re browsing home listings to find your dream home, here are a few things to be wary of when it comes to real estate photography.

Sarah Landrum

Jun 21, 2017

A Chic French Apartment With a Vintage Vibe

Name: Clemence, her partner and their cat Location: Saint Mandé, France The basics: 3 years, rented | 45 square meters (485 square feet) Clemence’s apartment mixes clean lines with leafy plants, black and white with pops of yellow. She also makes the most of the space, dividing it into areas designated for work and play. Tell us a little (or a lot) about your home and the people who live there: My boyfriend, my cat and I have lived in this apartment since 2014.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jun 21, 2017

How to Store Necklaces & Other Jewelry: 14 Creative Ideas

These creative ideas—some to buy, some to DIY—will look great stored away or on display for all your favorite pieces.

Melissa Epifano

Jun 21, 2017

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Weekend Upgrade: Jenna’s Organized & Energized Bathroom Cabinets

Most people have too many products in the bathroom, but Jenna has a good excuse. Actually…two good excuses, with a third on the way. When you’re a parent, at some point your bathroom will be overtaken by baby shampoo, tub toys, and washcloths, combs, barrettes, and cutesy toothbrushes, lotions and ointments and Band-Aids in every color. The list goes on. As Jenna and her husband prep for the arrival of their third child, they need to find ways to maximize the space in their bathroom.

Creative Studio

Jun 21, 2017

Before & After: Putting Some Pretty on a Porch

Kayla and Kyle’s porch felt like a missed opportunity. Dark, outdated and very much not their style, they weren’t spending a ton of time out there. Kayla finally had enough and set out to punch up the porch, turning it into a perfect spot for relaxing or hosting. From Kayla: My husband, Kyle, and I moved into his childhood home almost three years ago when his parents moved to the country.

Apartment Therapy Submissions

Jun 21, 2017

How Long Should You Really Use Your Kitchen Sponge?

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Apartment Therapy

Jun 21, 2017

A High-Contrast Color Combo Trend for the Bedroom

There’s a color combination I’ve been seeing pop up in bedroom after bedroom recently. From transitional to eclectic to bohemian style, it seems to be the kind of combo that works with any decor look. And considering one half of the pair is very popular (like, the most popular), it’s not surprising that the trend is starting to swing in this direction.

Adrienne Breaux

Jun 21, 2017